With all the on-again, off-again quibbling over the overdue remodeling and renovation of Anna Maria City Hall, Mayor SueLynn announced she put an end to things by signing a lease for the rundown city property with Taco Bell drive-in restaurants that will take effect April 1. "No foolin," said the mayor, "At least I have a sense of humor." Islander Prank: Bonner JoyClick on image to enlarge

Concerned about rising costs and unanticipated inspections, Anna Maria city commissioners are just about ready to dump the long-awaited city hall renovation project planned the past year by Mayor SueLynn.

No fireworks exploded at the March 24 Holmes Beach City Commission meeting, although the commission did pass an ordinance adopting the Manatee County fireworks ordinance, despite protests from several residents.

The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce and All Island Denominations have established independent programs to help employees of the Waterfront restaurant, which was badly damaged by fire on March 25.